We are also developing our services to support our bespoke strength-based approach 'Building on Strengths'. This approach recognises the expertise of our children, families and workers, and put relationships at the heart of everything we do.
Joining our expanded service, you will be part of an Authority that is resourceful and resilient, committed to improvement and keen to embrace new ideas. Building on widely acknowledged strengths, you will be supported by an able and committed team who have a proven capacity for good service delivery.
You can expect warmth and high levels of support from a committed workforce and an Authority where wellbeing and development are central to our work.
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the rolePay Details: Grade 10 SCP 36 - 39 £44,428 - £47,420 + £5, 000 enhancement
Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 37 hours Monday to Friday
Main Place of Work: Dock Office, Barry / Agile Working
An annual enhancement of £5,000 is paid for this post.
Description:- To provide a social work service to children, young people and their families / carers, in line with the relevant legislation, guidance, regulations and national standards.
- To work as part of a team, as one of three Practitioner Managers, to manage, screen and allocate referrals coming into the Team.
- To undertake strategy discussions and work with partner agencies in order to ensure effective and timely support to children, young people and their families / carers.
- To supervise social work staff in their direct social work practice.
- To deputise for the Team Manager in their absence.
About youYou will need:
• To be a qualified and registered Social Worker with Social Care Wales.
• Experience of statutory social work with children, young people and their families.
• Knowledge of the principles of the Childrens Act 1989 and the Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014.
• Experience of using the Wales Safeguarding Procedures.
• An ability to negotiate effectively.
• A commitment to partnership working.
• Experience of supervision or the mentoring and supporting of social work staff / students.
Additional informationDBS Check Required: Enhanced Children and Adults
For further information, please contact:Louise Nicolaou 01446 725202
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